In a startling development, five family members have been arrested in connection with the murder of 54-year-old John Chimana Chaora in Guruve. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the arrests linked to Chaora’s death, with his body discovered on New Year’s Eve.
Chaora was last seen alive on Christmas Day at Bowen Shops in Kazunga Village. He was reported missing three days later, on December 28, 2025. Following intensive investigations, police apprehended five suspects: Kelvin Katuruza Chaora (26), a 16-year-old male juvenile, Chemika Gwenzi (33), Bvumbe Mandeya (35), and Ranwes Chaora (58).
The police also recovered belongings belonging to the victim during their investigation. The grim discovery of Chaora’s remains was made near Ambush Dam in Kazunga Village on December 31, 2025.
The ZRP announced the arrests on social media platform X, stating:
“The ZRP confirms the arrest of five family members in connection with the murder of their relative, John Chimana Chaora (54) in Guruve.”
This tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns about violence within familial relations, and further details are anticipated as investigations continue.